red pine
Pinus resinosa

Red pine is one of the most extensively planted trees in the northern U.S. and Canada. It is used for windbreaks, erosion control, and wood products. Red pine needles are 4 to 6 inches long, and occur in bundles of 2.

Light
Red pine is less shade tolerant than many common associates. Clearcut, seed-tree, and shelterwood methods are recommended.

Water Red pine is most often found on sandy acid soils and on burned-over areas. Red pine was widely planted in the Northeast by the CCC.

Growth

Size
A medium size tree reaching up to 90 feet tall, with oval crown and a clear bole. Foliage is tufted, resembling a fox tail.

Fun Facts
The wood is utilized for construction and pulpwood. Red pine has been widely planted for land reclamation. Natural stands declined following heavy harvesting and lack of seed trees in the early 1900's. Red pine is the state tree of Minnesota.